Cassie's Bear Necessities on Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's relationship | Game Day Live
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Caleb Williams was candid about how he didn't think Ben Johnson liked him much to start. Cassie Carlson's Bear Necessities focuses on a relationship that has blossomed in 2025 as the Bears keep winning.

Fox Chicago's top trending stories of 2025

Here is a look back at the top trending news stories of 2025 from Fox Chicago.

Bears vs. 49ers preview | Bears Blitz
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Coming off one of the biggest regular season wins in the history of the franchise, the Bears head to the west coast for a showdown with the 49ers. The Blitz crew gets you ready for the primetime matchup. How has Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams' relationship flourished so quickly, is the #1 seed a realistic possibility for the Bears and can the defense limit a potent 49ers offensive attack, including All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey?

The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 2)
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In part two of this special edition of "The Chicago Report," we continue the countdown of the top political stories of the year, covering stories five through one. This episode examines last-minute efforts in the Illinois General Assembly to avoid a transit fiscal cliff, Governor J.B. Pritzker’s tense trip to Washington, and the public split between Chicago Public Schools and CEO Pedro Martinez amid ongoing financial challenges. The countdown also includes the election of Pope Leo, who hails from Chicago’s south suburbs, and the presence of ICE and Border Patrol operations in Chicago, one of the most closely watched political developments of the year.

The Chicago Report: Top 10 political stories of the year (part 1)
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On a special edition of "The Chicago Report," we count down the top 10 political stories of the year, beginning with stories 10 through 6. This episode covers major moments including City Council clashes over a global debate, a budget battle that pushed Chicago to the brink of a shutdown, Senator Dick Durbin’s decision not to seek reelection and the race to replace him, ongoing Bears stadium drama, and Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the nation’s capital.

Chicago budget battle, new Alzheimer's drug research | The Chicago Report
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Paris has the lastest reaction from the end of the Chicago city budget battle and researchers at Northwestern University are working on a promising experimental drug to prevent Alzheimer's disease.

Reaction to end of Chicago city budget drama | The Chicago Report
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Mayor Brandon Johnson did not sign or veto the budget passed by the City Council over the weekend, averting a feared shutdown.

Chicago’s good news moments that made 2025 brighter
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Fox Chicago highlights the good news that defined 2025 in our community. The special features uplifting stories of compassion, generosity and hope from across Chicago, including a young pastor lifting spirits with a barber chair, a daughter donating a kidney to save her mother, a 19-year-old Elvis performer bringing joy to seniors and the emotional return of a Purple Heart to a veteran’s family.

Dan Wiederer on Bears’ ceiling and Caleb Williams–Ben Johnson connection
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The Athletic’s Dan Wiederer joined FOX 32's Lou Canellis to recap the atmosphere at Soldier Field, assess the Bears’ potential this season, and discuss whether the chemistry between Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson is developing faster than expected.

Danny Parkins breaks down Bears’ epic win over Packers
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Fox Sports’ Danny Parkins joined FOX 32's Lou Canellis to discuss whether the Bears’ winning formula is sustainable, Caleb Williams’ rise as Chicago’s biggest star, and the importance of hosting a playoff game at Soldier Field.

Bears eye Indiana, Chicago mayor mulls budget veto | The Chicago Report
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The Bears eye potential move to Northwest Indiana; Will Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson veto the budget passed by the City Council?; and a new book explores how Donald Trump used nativism to galvanize his political movement.

Nonprofit helps Chicagoans buy a home | The Chicago Report
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Owning a home these days is tough with high prices, so one nonprofit is aiming to help lower-income Chicagoans, thanks to a $10 million reward.

'Rails and Roots' shows how Mexican railroad workers built Chicago

A new exhibit in Pilsen brings to light the Mexican and Mexican American families who helped build Chicago’s rail network.

Exhibit shows how Mexican rail workers built Chicago
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Chicago has long been called the railroad capital of the country. Tracks still run through neighborhoods on the South and West sides. Freight trains still cut through the city day and night.